Art & Culture
Seams Legit
Whether you've got a well-loved hoodie that's seen one too many sessions, a T-shirt with a hole in the sleeve or a chalk bag that deserves a fresh look, we'll show you how to give it a second life.
No experience needed.
Learn a Skill
Over two hours, we'll guide you through the fundamentals of hand sewing before helping you repair and customise your own clothing.
You'll learn how to:
- Thread a needle with confidence
- Master a selection of practical stitches
- Repair holes and reinforce worn areas
- Attach patches securely
- Personalise clothing using visible mending techniques
- By the end of the workshop, you'll leave with practical repair skills you can use for years to come.
What's Included
- Two-hour guided Repair & Customisation Workshop
- Three exclusive Winter Grit artist-designed patches
- All sewing tools and materials
- Practice fabric to build your confidence
- Printed repair guide
- Exclusive follow-along video tutorials
Nothing to bring? No problem.
We'll have practice materials available for everyone, along with a selection of rescued clothing ready to be repaired, reimagined and given a second life.
Workshop Details
- Venue: Rise Climbing
- Date: Saturday 5 September 2026
- Time: 12:00–14:00
- Price: £5 Members. £18 Non-Members
- Suitable for: Complete beginners
Wear more. Waste less.
For your visit
Food & Drink
Il Volo
Il Volo serves Italian comfort food that salutes the docks' history at the centre of world trade.
Places To Stay
Holiday Inn Express
There's unlimited breakfast at this three-star hotel right next to Royal Albert DLR.
Community
University of East London
UEL's docklands campus is known for its state-of-the-art sports facilities and formiddable reputation.